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  1. M

    Hate to ask.. but can someone tell me the steps for converting 5.56 to 300blk? Everyo

    The way I have done it in the past: Lube Resize without decapper Cut with jig Resize decap Trim Chamfer and debur
  2. M

    Are we allowed to mail C&b'ers to the UK ?

    I would also check with our friends in the UK. I beleve BP weapons are regulated over there and importing a BP pistol to the UK may not be so easy.
  3. M

    Early Virginia Finish

    I thought I would post some pictures of the finish on my TVM Early Virginia. She is my first build and I finished the barrel in a two step process. I first used Birchwood and Casey Plumb Red, rubbed it back and used Oxpho Blue. She came out with a nice blue/black finish and when the light hits...
  4. M

    28ga Early Virginia took the Dove challenge

    Very nice looking rifle. I have a TVM Early Virginia that I used Oxpho Blue on. It has a similar finish, I like it. The only thing I did differently was I used Birchwood Plumb Red first, rubbed it back, then cold blue over the top. It looks similar to your barrel finish, but when the light hits...
  5. M

    How do ya remove the takedown wedge on the open tops ?

    They will loosen up some after they have been shot a few times. I use the heal of my hand.
  6. M

    Zouave 1863 Rifle

    My Zoli does the same thing. They stay in place when I am lining up my shot but either fall down or pop up once the rifle is shot. You could make a small shim out of plastic, or something that would cause a little friction, and place it between the sight leaf anf the base. When you tighten down...
  7. M

    OK, i give up. What's up with this Peacemaker (?)

    I wish I had not read this thread. Now I have to add one of these to my buy list.:uhoh:
  8. M

    Cleaning black powder

    Warm soapy water, and WD40 is all you need to clean. I also leave my BP guns stored with a light coat of Bore Butter. If you dont have WD40 you can use a light oil but, WD40 is much better at disbursing moisture (it is not a good lubricant).
  9. M

    Powder

    My guess would be yes; a one pound container of 777 should give you more loads than a one pound container of BP, by about 15 to 20%. 777 also costs about 59% more than BP, at roughly $27 a pound vs $16 a pound for BP. Just so you know I shoot both but usually more 777 because I think it cleans...
  10. M

    Chiappa 1855 Springfield ?

    The .570 ball should be fine. I shoot my 58 cal with .570 ball and the .010 patch. You might also try the .015 patch its tight but might provide better results. Gets hard to do with a dirty bore.
  11. M

    Missing Barrel Locking Pin

    Thank you
  12. M

    Missing Barrel Locking Pin

    Does that mean a tight fit?
  13. M

    Missing Barrel Locking Pin

    I have thought about drilling the hole out, and filling it with a drill shank to match the diameter of the one locking pin. I guess I could put some lock tight or adhesive to hold it in.
  14. M

    Missing Barrel Locking Pin

    I have a Navy Arms 1851 Navy in 36 cal, that is missing one of the Barrel Locking Pins. I have had one on order from VTI sence February, apparently they are out of stock. I got this gun off GB and have not fired her yet, but I am anxious to try her out. The gun was made in the 70's but has never...
  15. M

    what replicas arent accurate reproductions,and how to spot a fake?

    I am certainly no expert but from what I have read none of the Italian reproduction could be confused with an original musket. Their lock dimensions are off as well as the thickness of their barrels. In addition, a good give away for an original is the condition of the wood. It is hard to...
  16. M

    Richmond Rifle range report

    In the barrel. This however is not a recomended fix. I may have just got lucky. I would assume with a Hoyt barrel the flash hole may not be you issue. From what I have read you should never open up the hole in your nipple, it can lead to hammer reset and some other issues. Before I tried...
  17. M

    Richmond Rifle range report

    What brand Richmond rifle do you have? I have an Armi Sports CS Richmond, and have been shooting her for about two years. I had some issues with ignition, tried 2f 777, 2f and 3f goex, popped caps etc... I had to take out the cleaning screw and run a pipe cleaner through every 2 to 3 shots...
  18. M

    best Minie for Armi Sport .58 cal. 1861 Springfield?

    I have an Armisports CS Richmond, basically the same rifle with different markings. I have shot 575-213 and 577-611 minnies out of mine with 55gr of 2f 777 or 60gr of 2f Goex. My rifle seems to shoot better with the 577-611's, but either minnie ball will work. In regard to patched round ball a...
  19. M

    Uberti/Cimarron Colt .44 1860 Revolver

    Very nice. The 1860 is next on my list to buy. I particularly like the Uberti 1860.
  20. M

    Steel Frame 36

    Thanks for the info. I have another question regarding conicals. I have seen them in .375 will these work in the Uberti or do I need to try larger conicals?
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